Guide to Mickey’s Not So Scary Halloween Party (Tips & More)

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If you are planning to go to Mickey’s Not So Scary Halloween Party this year, you will want to be prepared. This is an expensive event to attend and in order to get your money’s worth, planning is key. That means knowing all the Mickey’s Not So Scary Halloween Party Tips!

Guide to Mickey’s Not So Scary Halloween Party

This special-ticket event runs select nights Aug. 13-Nov 1. It doesn’t occur every night, so be sure to check to see if it is going to be going on while you are there:

2020 Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party Dates

August: 13, 18, 21, 25, 28.

September: 1, 4, 7, 11, 13, 15, 18, 20, 22, 25, 27, 29.

October: 1, 2, 4, 6, 8, 9, 12, 13, 15, 16, 18, 20, 22, 23, 25, 27, 31

November:1.

Getting Tickets

Believe me, I have seen it happen far too often; people will arrive the day of the party without tickets thinking they can just get them at the ticket counter. Instead, they will find signs posted that the party is SOLD OUT.

Advance tickets start at $78 for adults and $73 for children ages 3-9 (plus tax). This is a savings of up to $19!

Choosing the Right Costume for Mickey’s Not So Scary Halloween Party

Once you have your tickets, you are ready to start costume planning! EVERYONE young and old dresses up for Mickey’s Not So Scary Halloween party.

Choose your costumes carefully. There are specific regulations in regards to costumes for adults so make sure you read THIS before you go.

Here are the basic costume rules:

GUESTS AGES 0-13

Costumes and some masks may be worn, as long as the mask does not cover the entire face and eyes are visible.

GUESTS AGES 14+

Layered costumes or costume props that surround the entire body are strongly discouraged and may be subject to additional security screening.

Costumes may not reach or drag on the ground. (e.g., full-length Princess dresses)

Capes may be worn if the length does not go below the waist.

Themed T-shirts, blouses, sweatshirts and hats are acceptable.

Acceptable accessories include: transparent wings, plastic light sabers, toy swords and tutus. Head wear may be worn as long as it does not cover the face.

Masks of any kind may not be worn.

You will find that many families choose themed costumes. They might all come as Pirates or Monsters from Monsters Inc. Others, don’t wear costumes at all! We’ve got a whole list of really great Disney character costumes you can get inspiration from.

Getting into Mickey’s Not So Scary Halloween Party

When guests arrive for Mickey’s Not So Scary Halloween Party, they will be given a special wrist band to let cast members know you have paid to be in Magic Kingdom for the party.

One of the first things people ask is how Disney does crowd control for events when people are already in the park.

If you are in Magic Kingdom the same day as they have Mickey’s Not So Scary Halloween Party and DON’T have a ticket to the party, you will have to exit the park before the party starts.

You will find that Cast Members will be looking for those bands as it gets closer for the park to close for non-party guests. If you don’t have a wrist band, you will be told that it is time for you to leave.

They will also announce this to park guests several times on loud speakers closer to the time the Halloween party begins.

If you are already at the park ahead of Mickey’s Not So Scary Halloween party and do have tickets to attend, you will find cast members in various locations in each of the lands scanning tickets and handing out wrist bands and treat bags.

Trick or Treating

When you arrive at Mickey’s Not So Scary Halloween Party, cast members will give each person a bag to collect their goodies.

You will find treat stops throughout the park (as listed on your map). Cast members are very generous with handing out yummy goodies so don’t feel like you have to hit each treat location!

Your bag will be completely full after just a few stops!

If you have food allergies, be sure to check your map for peanut-free stops.

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Halloween Character Meet & Greets

If you love character meet & greets, here is your chance to meet some Disney characters that rarely make an appearance (like the Disney villains).

Be prepared for some pretty long lines!

Luckily, if you grab some candy from the trick or treat stations, that will keep your kids distracted while you wait!

Boo to You Parade

One thing that is the true highlight of Mickey’s Not So Scary Halloween Party is the Boo to You parade.

If you are planning to attend the parade, get a spot early so that you can see the Headless Horseman parade processional.

One of the best aspects to this parade is that you get to see all your favorite Disney characters dressed up in their own Halloween costumes and seeing characters that rarely make an appearance!

There are moments that the parade can be scary for the little ones. Prepare small kids in advance that they will see zombies & some of Disney’s villains.

I believe that if you prep them in advance that it is all in good fun, that they won’t be afraid.

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Hocus Pocus Villain Spectacular

If you love the movie Hocus Pocus, you won’t want to miss the stage show at Cinderella Castle! The Sanderson Sisters will “put a spell on you.”

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Happy HalloWishes Fireworks

At the end of the evening, you won’t want to miss the stage show which ends with a beautiful Happy HalloWishes Firework Display.

Other things you can experience at Mickey’s Not So Scary Halloween Party

On Pirates of the Caribbean, new pirates invade the experience, interacting with sailing guests who will join the search for Gunpowder Pete.

The Mad Tea Party will take guests on a colorful teacup ride, as special lighting and other effects put a glowing new spin on the night.

Explorers visiting Space Mountain will hurtle through deep space, as a new soundtrack and more transform the adventure.